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Haven on Long Grove
$1,543 - $2,878
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Haven on Long Grove

826 Terrace Lake DrAurora, IL 60504
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Fox Valley Villages
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$1,656 - $2,683
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Fox Valley Villages

710 S Eola RdAurora, IL 60504
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Sage Crest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sage Crest Apartments

827 N Lake StAurora, IL 60506
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Indian Trail Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Indian Trail Apartments

371 Old Indian TrailAurora, IL 60506
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Silver Oaks At Waterford
1 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Oaks At Waterford

1819 Silver Oaks CirAurora, IL 60504
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Autumnwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumnwood Apartments

734 N Gladstone AveAurora, IL 60506
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321 W Old Indian Trl
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321 W Old Indian Trl

321 W Old Indian TrlAurora, IL 60506
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Village West Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village West Apartments

1971 Lilac LnAurora, IL 60506
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Forest Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Ridge

1213-1215 2nd AveAurora, IL 60505
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Cheapest Available Aurora Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Aurora, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Deville Manor in the Prescott Mill Crossings neighborhood priced from $678. Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aurora apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Deville Manor2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$678
Wedgewood Manor Active Senior LivingB1BR,1BA$1,070
Fairhaven Village Apartments1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1,175
Lakeview ResidencesLakeview Residences Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,325
ReNew AuroraAshford1BR,1BA$1,385
Keystone LoftsPlan 11BR,1BA$1,395
Autumn Run Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$1,440
Haven on Long GroveAdair1BR,1BA$1,543

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aurora area is the $1.92 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,649. The second greatest value Aurora apartment is the B1 Model at Randall Highlands starting at $2,633 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Batavia Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AuroraWillowood2BR,2BA$1.92
Randall HighlandsB12BR,2.5BA$1.92
Keystone LoftsPlan 11BR,1BA$1.41
Whispering Trails Apartmentswt_2b2b2BR,2BA$1.93
Fox Pointe2B2B2BR,2BA$1.70
Autumn Run Apartments2bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.87
321 Old Indian Trail321 Old Indian Trail2BR,1BA$1.87
Deville Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75
Fairhaven Village Apartments1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1.88
Wedgewood Manor Active Senior LivingB1BR,1BA$1.78

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Aurora Overview

Known affectionately as the 'City of Lights', Aurora is the second most-populated city in the entire state of Illinois. Technically a suburb of the greater Chicago vicinity, this thriving locale has much to offer potential residents in the way of schools, employment, amenities and overall opportunity.

Why live in Aurora, IL?

A close second to the might Chicago in terms of opportunity and scope, Aurora apartment rentals truly represent some of the best living that Illinois has to offer. Close to world-class health care, education systems, public parks and nightlife, this is one larger-than-life hotspot that shows little signs of slowing in prosperity any time soon.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aurora Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Aurora?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Aurora is at Lakeview Residences listed at $1,325.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment is $1,070 at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Aurora Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Aurora is starting from $678 at Deville Manor.

What is the most affordable Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs At Orchard Road Apartments and starts from $2,346.

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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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